The Text Describes Brazil as Socially and Politically Fragmented

question 21

Essay

The text describes Brazil as socially and politically fragmented. First, using specific examples, describe how Brazil is fragmented along several axes. Next, explain how, given such fragmentation, Brazil nevertheless has managed to construct a fairly solid and stable sense of national identity. Finally, assess whether or not the challenges currently facing the country are likely to reinforce this fragmentation or its national identity.

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Definitions:

Modern Humans

Homo sapiens, the only extant human species, characterized by advanced cognitive abilities, language, and the ability to create complex tools and cultures.

Eukarya

One of the three domains of life, consisting of organisms with cells that have a nucleus enclosed within membranes, unlike bacteria and archaea.

Protista

A kingdom of simple eukaryotic organisms, usually unicellular, that are neither plants, animals, nor fungi, including amoebas, and algae.

Animalia

A kingdom of multicellular eukaryotic organisms that are typically motile and responsive to their environment.